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3M Electronic Specialty Scotch® Silicon Rubber Electrical Tape 70 HDT

3M Electronic Specialty Scotch® Silicon Rubber Electrical Tape 70 HDT is a high-temperature arc-and track-resistant tape composed of self-fusing, inorganic silicon rubber, as well as an easy-tear and easy-strip liner. The tape features an excellent track, arc, and ozone resistance and is workable at extremely low temperatures. Tape 70 HDT is AA-59163 Class-I Type-I.

Features

  • Excellent track resistance
  • Excellent arc resistance
  • Excellent ozone resistance
  • High dielectric strength
  • Class H material (+180°C continuous operation)
  • Workable at extremely low temperatures
  • Excellent instantaneous fusion; does not need to be held down
  • Matches Sky Blue Gray Munsell 5BG7.0/0.4
  • Excellent weathering characteristics
  • AA-59163 Class-I Type-I

Applications

  • As an overwrap for protection of terminating high-voltage cables against arcing and tracking
  • As primary insulation where Class H (180°C/356°F) temperatures are encountered i.e., silicone rubber cables
  • As splice overwrap on spacer cable operating at 15kV and above
Published: 2008-02-26 | Updated: 2022-03-11